A patient is given local anesthetics before a minor surgical procedure.The effect of the local anesthetics does not wear off after the surgery and there is a loss of sensory perception and motor function.In such a case,which of the following is true of the anesthetic effect?

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The patient should be advised that loss of sensory perception and motor function may persist for a short time. This means the anesthetized region cannot respond to hot or cold stimuli or to deep scratching. Avoid exposing the skin or mucous membranes (gums) to extreme temperature foods for at least 1 hour or until full pain sensation has returned.

A Patient Is Given Local Anesthetics Before a Minor Surgical